$2000 tariff dividend check update: Trump says dividend refund checks coming in 2026
During a cabinet meeting on December 2, President Donald Trump said the U.S. is collecting "trillions of dollars" from tariffs and that part of this money would be returned to citizens as dividend refund checks in 2026.
During a cabinet meeting on December 2, President Donald Trump said the U.S. is collecting "trillions of dollars" from tariffs and that part of this money would be returned to citizens as dividend refund checks in 2026.
Chicago mayor holds briefing to ‘fact check’ ads targeting 2026 proposed budget
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson held a press briefing Tuesday to "fact check" ad commercials circulating about the 2026 proposed budget.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson held a press briefing Tuesday to "fact check" ad commercials circulating about the 2026 proposed budget.
U.S. delegates face tough road in negotiations with Putin
A U.S. delegation is in Moscow today to sit down with Russian president Vladimir Putin and try to iron out a deal to end the war in Ukraine.
A U.S. delegation is in Moscow today to sit down with Russian president Vladimir Putin and try to iron out a deal to end the war in Ukraine.
High-profile Tennessee congressional race could be litmus test for both parties
A single congressional race in Tennessee today has become a critical test for both parties -- and the money has been pouring in.
A single congressional race in Tennessee today has become a critical test for both parties -- and the money has been pouring in.
Should Illinois' SAFE-T Act be revised? | The Chicago Report
The Illinois SAFE-T Act, which ended cash bail in the state, is coming under renewed scrutiny after some high-profile crimes in Chicago.
The Illinois SAFE-T Act, which ended cash bail in the state, is coming under renewed scrutiny after some high-profile crimes in Chicago.
New SNAP requirements now in effect, USDA planning major overhaul of program
Around 42 million low-income Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP or food stamps, to buy groceries. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees the program and says it is working on a major overhaul to root out waste, fraud, and abuse.
Around 42 million low-income Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP or food stamps, to buy groceries. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees the program and says it is working on a major overhaul to root out waste, fraud, and abuse.
Lawmakers urge congressional review of U.S. strikes on alleged drug-trafficking boats
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle say Congress should review the U.S. military strikes on alleged drug trafficking boats.
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle say Congress should review the U.S. military strikes on alleged drug trafficking boats.
Slight majority of Illinoisans approve of Gov. JB Pritzker as he seeks third term, poll finds
A slight majority of Illinois voters approve of Gov. JB Pritzker as he seeks a third term, a new poll found.
A slight majority of Illinois voters approve of Gov. JB Pritzker as he seeks a third term, a new poll found.
Trump's approval rating drops to lowest so far in second-term: Gallup
President Trump’s approval rating dropped to its lowest point since he took office the second time, Gallup’s latest poll found. Here’s what the numbers are saying.
President Trump’s approval rating dropped to its lowest point since he took office the second time, Gallup’s latest poll found. Here’s what the numbers are saying.
Iran boycotting 2026 World Cup draw ceremony in Washington due to denied visas
The groups for the 2026 World Cup will be selected at random next week in Washington, D.C., but one of the participating countries has decided to boycott the draw.
The groups for the 2026 World Cup will be selected at random next week in Washington, D.C., but one of the participating countries has decided to boycott the draw.
IRS releases guidance for Trump's 'no tax on tips' and overtime deductions: What to know
Workers can deduct up to $25K in tips and over $12K in overtime pay under new tax law provisions.
Workers can deduct up to $25K in tips and over $12K in overtime pay under new tax law provisions.
Trump administration says it is halting all asylum decisions after National Guard shooting
The Trump administration has announced it is halting all asylum decisions in the wake of the National Guard shooting in Washington, D.C. Here's what we know.
The Trump administration has announced it is halting all asylum decisions in the wake of the National Guard shooting in Washington, D.C. Here's what we know.
Trump administration to review green card holders from 'countries of concern.' What we know
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services director announced in a social media post that the agency will conduct a full review of what he referred to as “high-risk" countries.
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services director announced in a social media post that the agency will conduct a full review of what he referred to as “high-risk" countries.
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Author of 'Walking Chicago's Coast' details new book | The Chicago Report
Author Michael McColly joins us to talk about his new book and his adventures around Chicago.
Author Michael McColly joins us to talk about his new book and his adventures around Chicago.
Previous victim of CTA fire attack suspect speaks out | The Chicago Report
A previous assault victim of the man accused of setting a woman on fire on a CTA train spoke exclusively with Fox 32.
A previous assault victim of the man accused of setting a woman on fire on a CTA train spoke exclusively with Fox 32.
Immigrant linked to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt being held in ICE detention
A Massachusetts woman formerly engaged to the brother of White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has been held in ICE custody for two weeks after being arrested during a traffic stop.
A Massachusetts woman formerly engaged to the brother of White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has been held in ICE custody for two weeks after being arrested during a traffic stop.
DuPage County officials accuse clerk of financial mismanagement in censure
The DuPage County Board censured the county clerk, accusing her of financial mismanagement of her office.
The DuPage County Board censured the county clerk, accusing her of financial mismanagement of her office.
Stimulus payment November 2025, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Don’t spend that money just yet! Rumors are circulating online that the federal government will issue new stimulus checks before the end of the year. But Congress has not passed any legislation authorizing payments, and the IRS has not confirmed that any new stimulus checks are scheduled in the coming weeks.
Don’t spend that money just yet! Rumors are circulating online that the federal government will issue new stimulus checks before the end of the year. But Congress has not passed any legislation authorizing payments, and the IRS has not confirmed that any new stimulus checks are scheduled in the coming weeks.
Scouting America 'surprised, deeply saddened' by news US military may sever ties
In the leaked memo, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth allegedly said the Boy Scouts had become an organization that attacks "boy-friendly spaces."
In the leaked memo, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth allegedly said the Boy Scouts had become an organization that attacks "boy-friendly spaces."